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You received evaluation orders for an 8-year-old patient with the potential for learning difficulties. You want to identify areas of strengths and deficits for this child related to cognition. Which assessment will give you this needed information?

BASED UPON DAVID’S CASE: One year later, David’s condition had progressed overall and his gait and balance had created significant safety concerns during functional mobility. As a result, yourself as the OT and your PT counterpart recommended a U-Step Neuro Walker with a reverse braking system (must activate hand levers to move) and a laser light cue (uses laser system to cue client where to step). In order to cover the cost, David’s insurance company is requesting a letter from the OT and PT to explain why he requires such a device. This is called:

Select the BEST answer – in what way is virtual reality helpful in supporting transfer of learning and generalization of skills for patients?  

True or False: Using VR alone as a treatment intervention in OT has been cited to be gold-level evidence in the digital age. 

BONUS: Two bonus points for 100% student course evaluation completion (1 point lecture, 1 point lab)

True or False: Cerebral palsy or other developmental neurological abnormalities may be associated with epilepsy.

BASED UPON LIAM’S CASE:  What does Stage 2 indicate in this circumstance? 

BASED UPON CHARLES’ CASE ABOVE: Based on Charles’ neurological condition, he is referred to OT because of decreased strength, endurance, and increased muscle fatigue and soreness while working as a carpenter. Which intervention would be the BEST to focus on with Charles? 

BASED ON DAVID’S CASE:  During your therapy session at his home, David is leading you down the hallway toward the kitchen. At the end of the hallway you take a right turn into the kitchen, but when you look back his is still at the end of the hallways facing the wall. He is leaned forward but his feet are not moving. This is most likely an example of:

BASED UPON CLARA’S CASE: Clara’s MS was MOST likely diagnosed through _______. At least ___ lesions would have been identified in order for the physician to make an MS diagnosis.